THE ARTS CLUB – MAYFAIR - LONDON W1- Friday 5 October

We had a great evening here at our September Drinks Party (Photo Gallery) and Art Exhibition. Once again The Arts Club Garden and the PIANO LOUNGE (first floor) will be exclusively ours for the night on the 5th October so come and join us for complimentary wine (for members and guests who arrive between 7-8pm) at The Arts Club. A Supper Menu will be available to those Circa-Club members and guests that wish to dine.

So chat, flirt or talk shop its up to you !! Our members and guests are all ages and professions. There is NO admission charge and the drinks prices are very reasonable.

Enter our LUCKY DRAW for “Moonlight” a superb oil painting on canvas (24”x20”) and continue the evening on by collecting Guest Passes for complimentary admission to Shadow Lounge, 5 Brewer Street, Soho, London W1 (before 11pm) Europe’s No 1 gay members club.

Curtis your Host and Co-Hosts – Jean-Francois, Ian and Alastair will be meeting and greeting.

Guest List places are limited to 200 members and their guests. Click Here for more details and to RSVP using our automated system for members or simply send an email to spencer@circa-club.com including your name and the names of your guests! The Arts Club, 40 Dover Street, Mayfair, London W1.

ARTAMANTI – SCULPTURE EXHIBITION – Friday 5 October

ARTAMANTI are delighted to be sponsoring our October Drinks Party at The Arts Club. ArtAmanti means “Art Lovers” and they will be showing a selection of sculptures. Some of their works are challenging and thoughtful, many are sensual and erotic, while others are just beautiful in their own right. These Sculptures give a small taste of a much wider body of work at ArtAmanti.com A 10% discount is being given to Circa-Club members that make purchases before the end of October

To claim your 10% discount enter Key Code CV1 once an item has been placed into your basket. ...more...

RUSSELL GRANTS DAILY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY HORROSCOPES

The UK government estimates 13 million British nationals now live oversees. A disproportionately high number of these expats are likely to be gay – seeking out new lives, often in warmer, equally or more gay-friendly climes, perhaps with fewer family ties to keep them home. Some move with folks when young; some study or work abroad and stay; others cling to Blighty - until they retire. However don't rush - try holidays or reconnaissance trips first. Visit often and for extended periods - at different times of the year. Can you cope when the sun doesn’t shine ...more...

He mixed with the richest and highest possible society of France (mostly in the Paris Town Houses or at the Country estates and Chateaux of his wealthy friends) and based many on his characters on real life people.

The most famous example is that the hugely rich and outrageously camp Baron Charlus was based on a similar real life person called Robert de Montesquiou. After the deaths of his parents he increasingly withdrew from social life and lived mainly in a cork-lined room in his apartment on the Boulevard Haussmann, writing mostly at night.

Marcel wasn't a great one for sexual partners but he did visit male brothels and had a brief fling with his chauffeur. His last public appearance was at the New Year's Eve ball given by the discreetly homosexual Comte de Beaumont in 1921.

His "Remembrance of Things Past" was number 4 of the list of the top 100 gay books compiled in the USA in 1999. In 1999 the first volume, "Swann's Way" was 13th on the list of sales by Amazon.com.uk/. His greatest achievement was undoubtedly "A la Recherche du Temps Perdu" considered by some to be the greatest novel of 20th Century ...more...


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Day off Monday; in lieu of Reading. Boss rings, regardless, saying Capital Queer have invited me to pen another column – someone’s dropped out – deadline, lunchtime! Inspired by Sunday’s fetish event, opt for piece re the law governing SM sex being overly-restrictive; and looking set to get yet more so. Ever since “Operation Spanner” and the subsequent trial in 1990, SM sex that leaves marks that are more than “trifling or transient” - the meaning of which has never been clearly defined and is left to the jury - has technically been illegal. Work to bring about changes to the law as a result of this is being carried out by the Spanner Trust (www.spannertrust.org) ...more...

Planning your next trip? Once all important decision has been made, make our Travel Lounge your first stop! It contains lots of helpful information, including 5 day ahead international weather forecasts, world clock, a currency converter, phrase translator, a list of international holidays and festivals and much more. Looking for a new friend, or even a holiday romance at your destination? No need to wait until you arrive - get the holiday started early, and let Circa-Club members know where you plan to be and when ...more...

All Member Profile Searches give top listing to Member Profiles that include a main photograph. Photographs that are 400x400 pixels or 64 kb can be accommodated. Should you wish to have a modesty flash across your face for privacy then please email your photograph with your Screen Name to photos@circa-club.com and we will do this for you. Photographs will maximise your chances to connect with other members. Please note that Gallery Search is a search by main photograph only, so if you do not upload a photograph you will not be able to be included.

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This year’s summer event takes place in the stunning resort of Otranto Italy. Alternative are going deep, deep, deep, into Southern Italy; right to the tip of the “heel” where the Adriatic and Ionian Seas meet. With Gallipoli, a World Heritage Site, close by, this is arguably one of the most beautiful regions in Italy where living is easy and the sunshine guaranteed.

They have an amazing week planned, with just one thing in mind – your pleasure! Your total satisfaction! And we won’t stop until we’ve given you the very best event anywhere across the globe. Relax, explore, enjoy, party, be yourself and meet people from around the world. Party ‘til you drop with the cream of gay clubs and parties, brought to you from four continents. It’s entirely your choice, to do what you want and when you want to do it, in a completely safe, open environment, with staff primed to grant you your every wish ...more...

Thailand, one of the most gay-friendly destinations in the world and host to The Annual Pride Festival is the perfect place for a civil partnership blessing. We can organize your blessing before or after your legally registered civil partnership in the UK. Why not invite your family and friends along? If you prefer a smaller more intimate ceremony or honeymoon, contact us - we have many suggestions...

We offer a flexible service tailored to your exact requirements. Every blessing we organize is unique, based on the couple’s individual requirements. We will help you celebrate in style and make your day truly memorable. Our expertise ensures you save money, time and stress leaving you relaxed to thoroughly enjoy your day.

Sea & Sand takes full advantage of the island’s breathtaking scenery including the beautiful beaches, exotic sunsets and picturesque mountains. Combining this with lavish accommodation, fine cuisine and exciting entertainment, Sea & Sand will create a memorable experience for you and your guests. We also have an extensive list of yachts that can be chartered and a wide array of guest accommodation from exclusive fully-staffed private villas, 5 star hotels to secluded beach bungalows. It can’t get more perfect than this!

We also have extensive experience within the conference, event and corporate hospitality industry.

For further information please contact us at maria@seasandphuket.com or lena@seasandphuket.com or visit our website www.seasandphuket.com

Seminars and social events are open to any GBA members, their staff, clients, customers and friends. Prospective members are also welcome to come along. The “Out At Work” Seminar looks at - How does being out affect your career ? The final frontiers ? Out in Sport ? LGBT Employee Networks ? Lesbians in business ? Venue: New Connaught Rooms, 60 Great Queen Street, Holborn, London WC2 ...more...

Last year's Awards night was a fantastic evening, hosted by Sir Ian McKellen and attended by Sarah Waters (who collected the Writer of the Year award). Also in attendance were actors Leonora Crichlow and Olivia Hallinan (stars of Sugar Rush 2 and winners of Broadcast of the Year Award) and entertainer and broadcaster Amy Lamé.

This year’s awards ceremony, generously supported by Barclays begins at 7pm and includes a champagne and canapé reception. Tickets are on sale now and are just £100 (plus VAT). To book please contact Peter Knight on 020 7593 1875, email peter.knight@stonewall.org.uk ...more...